What is "Yuanyang" Milktea? How To Make This Sisgnature Drink of Tea and Coffee?

Are you a fan of thrilling, exciting TVB dramas? Have you ever been attracted by the "divine" milk tea cups appearing in movies, arousing your curiosity and wanting to experience them? Those are the most famous cups of milk tea in Hong Kong. With a simple preparation method and easy-to-find ingredients, you can absolutely make your own lovebird milk tea at home to enjoy with friends and family. Find out details with CHUS in this article!

What is lovebird milk tea?

Yuanyuan milk tea, also known as the "Lovebird" milk tea, is a popular drink in Hong Kong. Its lovely name comes from Cantonese, meaning "coffee mixed with tea".

This milk tea has a charming scent and taste thanks to the cofee

Unlike regular cups of milk tea, yuanyang milk tea possesses a unique origin, a harmonious combination of East and West cultures. The name "lovebirds" is inspired by the lovebird, a symbol of cohesion and harmony, representing the perfect combination between the mild bitterness of coffee and the elegant taste of black tea.T

Imagine a hot cup of milk tea, blending the mild bitterness of coffee, the elegance of black tea, and the rich taste of fresh milk. All blend perfectly, creating a symphony of delicate, captivating flavors.

Enjoying lovebird milk tea, you seem to be lost in a new world, where the contrast between tea and coffee magically blends, evoking indescribable emotions. It can be said that lovebird milk tea is not only a drink, but also a cultural symbol, a unique beauty of Hong Kong.

The origin of yuanyang milktea

When mentioning Hong Kong, people not only think of shimmering skyscrapers or bustling shopping areas, but also remember the delicious taste of milk tea. And among the many different types of milk tea, lovebird milk tea always occupies a special position, containing a long historical story and imbued with the cultural imprint of Port Thom.

A cup of sweet, fragrant milk for lovebirds is the ideal choice for hot summer days

The history of lovebird milk tea originates from popular tea shops on the vibrant streets of Hong Kong in the 50s and 60s. When Western coffee culture was introduced here, local people created it. created this new drink by combining the rich flavor of coffee with the elegant taste of black tea.

This "Lovebird" milk tea quickly became a favorite drink of all ages, from young students to the elderly.

How to make this Yuanyang milktea from tea and coffee?

The perfect combination of the slightly bitter taste of coffee, the aromatic fatty taste of milk tea and the slight sweetness of condensed milk will bring you a drink with many layers of flavor. Let's go into the kitchen with CHUS to make the famous lovebird milk tea of ​​the Port.

Ingredient

- 300ml of water

- 35g black tea

- 50ml condensed milk (can increase or decrease depending on your taste)

- 30 grams of coffee

- Coffee making tools, glass cups, filter tray

The perfect combination of tea and coffee makes this such an irristible beverage 

Instructions 

Step 1: Boil 300ml of water, add 35g of black tea into the tea pot and brew for about 5 - 10 minutes to fully release the flavor. Filter the tea through a sieve, remove the tea residue, and you can add some ice to retain the most characteristic flavor of the tea.

Step 2: Use the filter to brew the entire amount of coffee, about 200ml of coffee. After brewing, let the coffee cool down by about 80%.

Besides, to increase the feeling of happiness when enjoying lovebird milk tea. You can make extra pearls to drink with by choosing to buy available ingredients or make your own at home.

Step 3: Add 50ml of condensed milk, stir the milk tea mixture together, adjust the amount of condensed milk according to your personal taste. Add the prepared coffee into the cup, continue stirring so that the milk tea and coffee blend together, creating a unique flavor. Add ice to add flavor to your cup of homemade milk tea.

You can read more: Can We Make Fresh Milk Coffee With Condensed Milk?

Conclusion

With the instructions above, CHUS hope that you can follow to make this yuanyang milk tea once to experience the unique flavor and deep meaning hidden inside this drink. No doubt this beverage is made to bring you unforgettable experiences, adding flavor to meetings and sweeter stories.

If you are wondering where to buy all the ingredients you need to prepare when making lovebird milk tea, you must definitely visit CHUS. You can easily order and receive goods quickly right at home with just a few steps via CHUS's website!